Supervising Theatre Technician, Drum Theatre

Job no: 881254
Work type: Full time
Location: Drum Theatre

Drum Theatre is a 521 seat state-of the art theatre within the heritage facade of the former Dandenong Town Hall. It hosts a range of touring professional productions, local theatrical performances and community presentations. Located in central Dandenong, the venue is at the heart of an urban revitalisation program that will see Dandenong continue to develop into a vibrant hub for arts and cultural activity.

Drum Theatre is seeking to appoint an experienced and suitably qualified Supervising Theatre Technician to join our Technical Operations Team.

The role reports to the Technical Operations Coordinator and is responsible for:

* Liaising with professional hirers and community users to ensure technical needs are met;
* Supervising technical teams in the delivery of technical services for professional and community theatre hires;
* Delivering excellent customer service;
* Overseeing OH&S procedures and client safety; and
* preparation and maintenance of technical facilities and equipment to a high standard.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate extensive experience in a broad range of technical theatre environments and high levels of competency in all work practices.

Preference will be given to those applicants who have experience in supervising or directing staff within the theatre industry, working in a collaborative and team environment and who have a practical understanding of latest audio, lighting, flying systems and related theatre technologies.

The successful applicant will have a positive, ‘can-do’ attitude and will join a high functioning backstage team to deliver the best possible performance outcomes for theatre users. The role involves regular weekend and evening work. The theatre is well equipped and well regarded by touring companies and community users for its flexibility and technical prowess.

The theatre is operated by the City of Greater Dandenong and the organisation offers a range of benefits for staff including a friendly team environment, salary sacrificed child care (where available), discounted gym membership and a vibrant social club.

All applicants must address the selection criteria in the position description on Council’s website: http://jobsearch.greaterdandenong.com/aw/en/listing/

For specific enquires about the role, please contact Stuart McKellar Technical Operations Coordinator, Drum Theatre on ( 03) 8571 1606 or stuart.mckellar@cgd.vic.gov.au